Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Movement into and out of cells

Movement into and out of cells — practice question

What are the characteristics of facilitated diffusion? 1 Protein channels in the membrane are used, and it is powered by energy from ATP. 2 Molecules move from areas of higher concentration to areas of lower concentration, and the process is driven by the kinetic energy of the diffusing molecules. 3 Protein channels in the membrane are used, and the maximum rate of diffusion depends on how many of these channels are present.

  • A1 and 2 only
  • B1 and 3 only
  • C2 and 3 only
  • D1, 2 and 3

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